Bracewell’s Lance Behnke, Robert Crowley Recognized by Washington Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

HOUSTON — Bracewell & Giuliani LLP Partner Lance W. Behnke has been recognized in the 2013 edition of Washington Super Lawyers. Meanwhile, Associate Robert M. Crowley has been recognized by Washington Rising Stars 2013.

Behnke works in the firm’s tax practices and focuses on federal and state tax issues relevant to both global and U.S. clients. His experience includes mergers and acquisitions, divestitures and sell offs, and inbound and outbound investments. He has particular experience with energy assets and real estate investment trusts.

Crowley, meanwhile, focuses on securities and complex commercial litigation, as well as litigation involving broker/dealers.  His experience includes representing clients in numerous commercial litigation matters, including legal malpractice, contract, intellectual property, unfair trade practices, products liability, and franchise disputes.

Super Lawyers rankings are determined by peer nominations and evaluations, coupled with third-party research. Each candidate is evaluated on several indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis.

Rising Stars candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. They are also selected through peer nominations and third-party research.